Cibi Lake
茈碧湖
A highland lake north of Eryuan county town, one of Erhai's sources, where a rare cibi flower blooms in summer and the lakeshore is quiet and sparsely visited.
Cibi Lake lies about 3 km north of Eryuan county town. It covers about 8 square km and is one of Erhai's main sources. Its name comes from the cibi flower, an aquatic plant of the water lily family that produces small white flowers in summer. The water is clear, and the lake is surrounded by mountains. Along the shore are small villages and a plum garden, and visitors can cycle along the lake or take a boat tour. Far fewer people come here than to Erhai. It suits those who prefer tranquillity. Entry to the lake area is free, but boat trips cost extra. It is about 60 km from Dali Old Town, roughly 1 hour by car. It is usually combined with the Dirguo hot springs on the southern shore and Eryuan West Lake wetland on the same day, or you can visit on the way after touring Erhai's northern route.
Opening hours
Open all day
Nearby sights
- Eryuan Geothermal Park (Dirguo)
- Eryuan West Lake
- Butterfly Spring
- Zhoucheng Village
- Shuanglang
- Nanzhao Folklore Island
- Haishe Peninsula Park
- Xizhou Ancient Town